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The Trail of Time
4.8 ★★★★★ 16 Google reviews · Running trail in Juneau, Alaska · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
We have not been able to confirm the surface, distance or shape of The Trail of Time yet from its own listing, the park's website or runner reviews — so those cells stay blank rather than guess. What is below comes straight from the listing and from reviewers' own words. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
What runners say about The Trail of Time
“Beautiful place for a nature hike and really interesting historical markers for the timeframe and receding of the glacier.”
Beautiful hiking area at Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center. It is a well maintained trail. Lots of beautiful mushrooms, gorgeous flowers and awesome trees. The view of Mendenhall Glacier is stunning.
Beautiful place for a nature hike and really interesting historical markers for the timeframe and receding of the glacier.
Check out this awesome trail. Lots to learn about the glaciers history on this one.
Beautiful walking trail! Should definitely do while visiting the Glacier!
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful place for a nature hike and really interesting historical markers for the timeframe and receding of the glacier.”
Plan your run at The Trail of Time
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
Running trails near Juneau
Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.
Nugget Falls Trail
4.9 ★★★★★ 68 reviews
Popular route to a waterfall on the Mendenhall Glacier featuring views of the glacier.
West Glacier Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 276 reviews
Outdoor recreation area known for hikes, glacial views, canoeing, and a waterfall.
